POST UTME COAL CITY UNIVERSITY 2018 Geography | Objective

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Question 1
The process of soil formation involves the interaction of several factors, including climate, topography, and vegetation. Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to soil formation?
A. Human activity
B. Climate
C. Topography
D. Vegetation
Question 2
The Earth's atmosphere is composed of several layers, including the troposphere, stratosphere, and mesosphere. Which of the following is a characteristic of the stratosphere?
A. High concentration of ozone
B. Low concentration of oxygen
C. High concentration of nitrogen
D. Low concentration of carbon dioxide
Question 3
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is characterized by a unique combination of physical and economic features. What is the primary reason for the high level of oil exploration in this region?
A. The region's high population density
B. The presence of a large number of oil-bearing rock formations
C. The region's proximity to major urban centers
D. The region's favorable climate
Question 4
The population of a city can be represented by the formula P = rN, where P is the population, r is the rate of growth, and N is the number of years. What is the value of r if the population of the city is 100,000 and the rate of growth is 5% per year?
A. 0.05
B. 0.1
C. 0.2
D. 0.5
Question 5
A map is a representation of the Earth's surface, and it is used for navigation and communication. Which of the following is NOT a type of map?
A. Topographic map
B. Thematic map
C. Physical map
D. Cartographic map
Question 6
The diagram below shows a cross-section of a river valley. Which of the following is a characteristic of the river's meandering course?
A. A straight course with steep banks
B. A meandering course with gentle bends
C. A braided course with multiple channels
D. A deltaic course with distributaries
Question 7
A map shows a river flowing through a valley. Which of the following is a likely consequence of the river's flow?
A. Erosion of the surrounding rocks
B. Deposition of sediment
C. Formation of a waterfall
D. Creation of a lake
Question 8
A diagram showing the relationship between the amount of rainfall and the rate of soil erosion is known as a:
A. Scatter Plot
B. Line Graph
C. Bar Chart
D. Pie Chart
Question 9
The diagram below shows a map of Nigeria's vegetation zones. Which of the following zones is characterized by a tropical rainforest climate?
A. Sahel zone
B. Sudan savanna zone
C. Guinean forest zone
D. Congolian rainforest zone
Question 10
The Earth's rotation causes the apparent shift of the position of a star in the sky due to the finite speed of light. What is the name of this phenomenon?
A. Asteroidal Parallax
B. Stellar Parallax
C. Lunar Parallax
D. Planetary Parallax
Question 11
The Earth's climate is influenced by the amount of solar energy it receives. What is the primary factor that affects the amount of solar energy the Earth receives?
A. Distance from the Sun
B. Angle of the Earth's axis
C. Atmospheric gases
D. Ocean currents
Question 12
The table below shows the population of a city over a period of 5 years. What is the average annual growth rate of the population?
A. 2%
B. 3%
C. 4%
D. 5%
Question 13
The Niger River is the longest river in West Africa and flows through several countries, including Nigeria. What is the primary reason for the Niger River's importance?
A. Agricultural activities
B. Industrial activities
C. Transportation and trade
D. Tourism and recreation
Question 14
A population of 1000 individuals is growing at a rate of 10% per annum. What is the population after 5 years?
A. 1200
B. 1300
C. 1400
D. 1500
Question 15
The Ogun River is a major river in southwestern Nigeria, flowing through the states of Ogun and Lagos. Which of the following is a major environmental issue associated with the Ogun River?
A. Pollution
B. Deforestation
C. Soil erosion
D. Climate change

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